You Won't Believe Which Schools Are the Top 10 Public High Schools in Illinois!

U.S. News and World Report is known for their college rankings, but they also rank the top public high schools in the country. We picked out the top ten in Illinois and put them in a list for your viewing pleasure.

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Reality Show Highlights Suburban Man's Capone Connection

The show airs Tuesdays at 9 p.m. Central.

What Does Illinois Have in Common with Alaska and Hawaii?

Hint: Think unions. If you said all three rank in the top 10 of states with the highest unionized workforce percentage, then pat yourself on the back.

Neighborhood Parents Network Developmental Differences Resource Fair

After Alinea Baby Dust-Up, Readers Say Keep Kids at Home

Chef Grant Achatz Tweeted about a couple who brought their crying baby to the very pricey restaurant, wondering if kids should be allowed.

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Diamonds in the Rough: Illinois' Top Liberal Arts Colleges

Liberal arts colleges at times take a back seat to big private and public universities, but that doesn't mean we should forget about them. They're great institutions and Illinois has a number of them. Here are the best in the Land of Lincoln.

Author's 'Fifty Shades of Gay' Chronicles Life in Chicago's Boystown Neighborhood

The book, which is actually titled 'Boystown' is available at local and national book sellers, and follows the lives of Boystown residents.

Tried out new site for Superbowl party

Study: Little Has Changed in Climbing the Economic Ladder

Income mobility hasn’t become tougher or much easier in the past three decades according to the National Bureau of Economic Research.

Is The Wrong Job Better Than No Job At All?

How to make the best of a less than perfect job situation.

Uncle Sam Will Pay $3,000 To Give You The Flu

Healthy and under 50? Here's a way to make some quick money.

Is a Joint Bank Account the Secret to a Happy Marriage?

How sharing finances brought one couple closer together.

How to Make Sure You Can Always Find a Job

Follow these steps for lifetime job security.

Fancy Some 'Oyster Beer?' It's Coming Soon

Oyster Pail will feature beer brewed from oysters and oyster shells. Its set to open in March or April.

Mariano's South Loop Celebrates Chinese New Year

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Report: Flu-Related Deaths are Above Normal Nationally

Recent pneumonia and influenza related deaths have been above the epidemic threshold. Check the infographic below for more flu facts.

5 Things to Know: Stamp Prices Increase Today, Polar Vortex Staying Put

Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.

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Chicago Police Department Reports for North Center from Jan. 12 to Jan. 18.

My Hope For Illinois Jobs Plummeted After Seeing This Report!

Illinois is projected to be dead last in job creation this year. That's just great! We've broken down the key findings of a jobs outlook report, it's not looking so hot!

Attracting Opposites

Turn foods upside down with a little help from us on National Opposite Day!

How to Make Awesome Pancake Characters

Surprise your family by making pancakes with pizzazz.

NBC Show Films in Lake View

A new NBC TV show filmed at L&L Tavern on Wednesday.

Open House Sunday!

Sunday Supper: Lemon Rosemary Roast Chicken

This recipe is so good that Sunday dinner will never be the same again.

Man Crank Calls Police, Driver Dumps Dope

A look at weird crime in the Chicago area.

7 Sins of Overpricing Your Home, Therapy Dogs and Decorating Tips

Some of this week's top reads from among our Patch bloggers.

Southwest suburban specialty publisher seeks an editor

The Best Super Bowl Snack Recipes

Wow the crowd with these party-pleasers.

Can prayer be helpful during the "cold and flu season"?

Can prayer be helpful during the "cold and flu season"?

6 Ways to Cure Cabin Fever

No matter what part of the country you're in, here are some great ideas to cure cabin fever and embrace the winter season.

Camp Henry Horner Alumni Invited to 100th Anniversary Celebration

Adults can return to Camp Henry Horner to reconnect with other alumni and see the camp grounds again.

Music at the Movies: Top 10 Must-Have Film Scores of 2013

2013 was a stellar year for great movies—and for awesome film scores.

Say 'I Love You' With a Stuff-Your-Own Piñata

A North Side shop opened a Valentine's Day-themed piñata bar and is finding that people like giving a loving gift that you then bash open and destroy.

Want Some Waffle-Flavored Vapors? New E-Cigarette Store Has It

Vapor4Life opened a Lincoln Square store last week selling e-cigarettes in 160 flavors. Chicago recently voted to ban e-cigarettes in the same places that smoking is prohibited.